The deacons-to-be, including six from the Province of Guwahati, will be ordained on 1st July 2025 at Sacred Heart Theological College, Mawlai.
The Sacred Heart Theological College, Mawlai, is set to witness a momentous occasion with the Diaconate Ordination of 25 Salesian brothers (3 belonging to the Third Order Regular of Saint Francis) from various provinces across India. Among them, six belong to the Salesian Province of Guwahati (ING). The solemn celebration will be held on Tuesday, 1st July 2025, at 6:45 AM, and will be presided over by Most Rev. Bernard Laloo, DD, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Shillong.
The brothers from the ING Province who will be ordained deacons are:
- Cl. Basumatary Sebastian
- Cl. Ngouning John
- Cl. Rabha Vincent
- Cl. Sangma Peter Canisius
- Cl. Sangma Sanjosh D.
- Cl. Topno Wilson
Representing a wide array of provinces—IND, INC, INN, INS, INH, INK, ING and TOR – this group of ordinandi showcases the diverse yet united mission of the Salesians in India. The ordination to the diaconate is a vital step in their journey toward priesthood and reflects a deeper commitment to a life of pastoral service, humility, and spiritual leadership.
The entire Salesian Province of Guwahati rejoices in this joyful blessing and extends heartfelt prayers and support to the would-be ordained deacons as they prepare to serve Christ and His Church with dedication and zeal.